Cameron gives free hand to ministers to campaign for EU exit
Bowing to pressure, UK’s Prime Minister David Cameron has given a free hand to his ministers to campaign to leave the European Union in a referendum expected to be held …
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US exploring new sanctions against North Korea
After North Korea’s nuclear test alarmed the international community, the US is now exploring new sanctions and strengthening of existing sanctions against North Korea. It will seek the mandate of …
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The Iran-Saudi Confrontation: Who will win in the end?
2016 has begun with a sudden escalation of tension between Iran, the leading Shia power, and its regional rival, Saudi Arabia, the leading Sunni power. Such escalation, unless addressed, can …
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Pathankot terror: FS talks likely to be delayed, ball in Pakistan’s court
With the Pathankot attacks, masterminded by elements from across the border, India has made it clear that “the ball is in Pakistan’s court,” and indicated that the foreign secretary-level talks will depend on prompt action taken by Islamabad on actionable intelligence provided by New Delhi.
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Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs merged with MEA
Sticking to one of the poll promises made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the 2014 elections of ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance’, the government has decided to merge the …
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North Korea nuclear test: South Korea seeks US strategic weapons
A day after North Korea claimed that it had successfully tested a hydrogen nuclear device, South Korea is in talks with the US to deploy strategic assets on the Korean peninsula, …
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ISI masterminded Pathankot attack using Jaish: Former US official
Even as speculation continues about the precise identity of the perpetrators of the Pathankot terror attacks, a former US official and strategic expert has singled out Pakistan’s spy agency ISI to be the mastermind of the airbase assault.
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North Korea’s Hydrogen bomb test sparks global outrage
North Korea’s claim of having conducted a hydrogen bomb test has elicited a chorus of global outrage, with world leaders promising a firm response. India has cautioned Pyongyang to refrain from actions that will impact peace and stability in the region.
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Obama’s gun control move: Impact on presidential elections
Making a bold move in the final year of his presidency, US President Barack Obama has unveiled steps to tighten control and enforcement of firearms in the US. An emotional …
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Amid Pathankot tensions with India, Pakistan plays Kashmir card
Raking up the Kashmir issue once again in the mist of rising tensions over alleged involvement of Pakistan-based elements in the Pathankot terror attack in India, Pakistan’s President Mamnoon Hussain has said that his country will continue to support the Kashmiris and their right to self-determination.
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